On this highly practical course, we will provide you with the necessary scientific understanding of food science and human nutrition to take the next step into your chosen career. Youll be introduced to food safety and quality, food sensory analysis, new product development, food processing, and preservation, as well as applied and practical nutrition skills and clinical nutrition and dietetics. The course also offers flexibility as you can opt for a specialist pathway of study after your first year - meaning you can either continue with BSc Food Science and Nutrition or choose to specialize in BSc Human Nutrition which has an emphasis on developing proficiencies in nutrition-specific professions and is accredited with the Association for Nutrition. If you chose to follow the Human Nutrition pathway you will have the opportunity to apply for Direct Entry to the UKVRN at Associate status. Whichever pathway you choose, there will be extensive opportunities to gain real-world experience and apply your knowledge with a six-week work-based placement in your second year and the option of completing an industrial placement in the third year.
120 UCAS Tariff points From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent.
20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.
International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*).
Food and Nutrition
City Campus, Northumbria University
Undergraduate
Full-Time, 3/4 years(inc. placement year)
September
6.0
9250,
17500, (INT)
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